Full Akrapovic Exhaust System installed

tightie · 05-27-2010, 02:10 PM

I've been in the market for different exhaust set ups and this one seemed to catch my eye. I wanted something quiet and light...

The quality of this exhaust just blows me away. I have nothing but positive things to say! It is so freaking light... The pipes felt like a feather.

There is ZERO drone, not a single drop. That is my favorite thing about it!

It is pretty quiet but it'll keep me out of trouble.

Pick up a Akra system from Nate@IND or Gary@Rennspec.

Special Thanks to Alex@Gintani for installing the system on a very busy day.

Please note: I'm not pushing the car at all in this video.. This video is all quarter throttle

I need to remove the cats so my big supercharger can be happy

Josh

808E90 · 05-27-2010, 02:16 PM

Dang Gintani's SC system sounds wicked ... So you're gonna change out the pipes to get rid of the cats? Why didn'y you just buy the Akra rear section?

JIRO72 · 05-27-2010, 02:20 PM

Congrats on your new set up, excellent choice.

Im loving every minute of mine, best exhaust hands down. btw your car is a beast

tightie · 05-27-2010, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 808E90

Dang Gintani's SC system sounds wicked ... So you're gonna change out the pipes to get rid of the cats? Why didn'y you just buy the Akra rear section?

I'm going to see if I can cut the cats out of the Akra if not I'm going to have to order another Akra pipe with no cats.

The Akra system uses 100 cell cats, I did not think it would effect the performance but since my car is pushing so much more air then a n/a car the cat is choking the car.

Trial and error. I'm a very impatient guy

808E90 · 05-27-2010, 02:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tightie

I'm going to see if I can cut the cats out of the Akra if not I'm going to have to order another Akra pipe with no cats.

The Akra system uses 100 cell cats, I did not think it would effect the performance but since my car is pushing so much more air then a n/a car the cat is choking the car.

Trial and error. I'm a very impatient guy

I know what you mean ... I'm running a full Ericsson system that also has 100 cell cats but now I'm thinking of going to a Gintani/Arqray system to get rid of the cats and res

mikewads · 05-27-2010, 02:38 PM

In a few days it will have a nice blue/purple look. Mostly at the x-pipe and right after the headers.

Maybe you could ask Check Captain if Akra would build you a front section with no cats.

Johnny Lin · 05-27-2010, 02:50 PM

wow, conrgats on the new exhuast. Your car has always been one of the best.

J08M3 · 05-27-2010, 03:53 PM

Love the Akrapovic. I was a little worried it would be too quiet when I got mine based on reviews on this board. But it actually is pretty good volume, make some nice noise when you step on it and is still mellow while cruising which is the best part.

Ca$hOnly · 05-27-2010, 04:11 PM

You finally see the light.

ACG San Diego · 05-27-2010, 06:55 PM

You will absolutely love how it looks once it gets all blue from the heat. i am posting the pics as well.

gixxer_kidd · 05-27-2010, 07:02 PM

Nice setup. It keeps getting better.

dvpouldar26 · 05-27-2010, 07:05 PM

Josh, you wouldn't consider Gintani's 3" headers with a catless x-pipe and the akrapovic axle back? In doing that, you can have as little backpressure as possible since ur FI, and try to keep it as mellow as possible bu using the Akra mufflers. Plus, if youre catless, you can run leaded race gas and won't have to worry about clogging up your cats.

mikewads · 05-27-2010, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dvpouldar26

Josh, you wouldn't consider Gintani's 3" headers with a catless x-pipe and the akrapovic axle back? In doing that, you can have as little backpressure as possible since ur FI, and try to keep it as mellow as possible bu using the Akra mufflers. Plus, if youre catless, you can run leaded race gas and won't have to worry about clogging up your cats.

No one should run leaded race fuel in these engines, because it ruins the O2 sensors. Just ask Pencilgeek.

dvpouldar26 · 05-27-2010, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikewads

No one should run leaded race fuel in these engines, because it ruins the O2 sensors. Just ask Pencilgeek.

I saw Robert's thread. But he was running Q16 if I am correct. Wouldn't some less oxygenated fuels be ok? Many have run leaded fuels without problems with their O2 sensors. guess he should just stick to unleaded MS109 or just 100 octane.

Anyways, If I was running the boost Josh is running, i'd go catless anyways. Cats are just too restrictive and aren't worth it after you've spent all that money makin that power.

tightie · 05-27-2010, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dvpouldar26

Josh, you wouldn't consider Gintani's 3" headers with a catless x-pipe and the akrapovic axle back? In doing that, you can have as little backpressure as possible since ur FI, and try to keep it as mellow as possible bu using the Akra mufflers. Plus, if youre catless, you can run leaded race gas and won't have to worry about clogging up your cats.

I already knew all of this lol.. I wanted to try something different and I've never ran leaded gas on any of my cars.. Thanks though

Eugene-TAIWAN · 05-27-2010, 08:02 PM

I like the ending to that vid!

good job driving the car. your car is cute

pumper206 · 05-27-2010, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eugene-TAIWAN

I like the ending to that vid!

good job driving the car. your car is cute

Prit@Euro Autowerx · 05-27-2010, 08:59 PM

The quality of these systems is just breath taking...

dawgdog · 05-27-2010, 10:28 PM

I just picked up my stock exhaust from the shop where I had my Akra installed. The muffler and connecting pipes are really heavy! No doubt the Akra cuts 50+ pounds from stock.

KiokenM3 · 05-27-2010, 10:28 PM

sweet exhaust, but i prefer the roar of your other setup

H Bomb · 05-27-2010, 11:12 PM

love the akra set up enjoy, although she will be chopped up soon, ouch lol

off topic but how much do you make to run the decals and stuff on the car?? you can pm me if you want. just curious bc i had a local company approached me about that and wasn't sure how much to charge etc. thanks

H

sard · 05-28-2010, 12:25 AM

Akra sound on steroids x10

05-27-2010, 02:10 PM	#1
tightie JOSH SHOKRI. Drives: 2013 E92 Coupe. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: los angeles, california. Posts: 4,842 iTrader: (7) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [3.85]	Full Akrapovic Exhaust System installed I've been in the market for different exhaust set ups and this one seemed to catch my eye. I wanted something quiet and light... The quality of this exhaust just blows me away. I have nothing but positive things to say! It is so freaking light... The pipes felt like a feather. There is ZERO drone, not a single drop. That is my favorite thing about it! It is pretty quiet but it'll keep me out of trouble. Pick up a Akra system from Nate@IND or Gary@Rennspec. Special Thanks to Alex@Gintani for installing the system on a very busy day. Please note: I'm not pushing the car at all in this video.. This video is all quarter throttle I need to remove the cats so my big supercharger can be happy Josh Attached Images __________________ Speed District >> Past: 08 6MT E92 Matte Blue Gintani Supercharged - Present: 13 DCT E92 California Members Speed District M3 Track Days: May 31, 2012 @ Willow Springs Raceway (Road Course)
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05-27-2010, 02:16 PM	#2
808E90 808E90 Drives: E90 ///M Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Aloha State Posts: 4,022 iTrader: (21)	Dang Gintani's SC system sounds wicked ... So you're gonna change out the pipes to get rid of the cats? Why didn'y you just buy the Akra rear section? __________________ LTMW FTL . Karbonwerks LCI Trunk . Vorsteiner Poly Front Lip . NA Motorsports LUX H8 . RECARO Pole Position Seats . BMW Performance Pedals . BMW Performance Performance Grills . BMW Painted Fender Grills . BBS 19x9.5 19x11 LMs . Michelin PS2 265/295 . H&R Sport Springs . Wheel Mate 45/55MM Stud Kit . BBS Red Lug Nuts . ESS VT1 Supercharger . Akrapovic GT4 Exhaust

05-27-2010, 02:38 PM	#6
mikewads Lieutenant Drives: 2009 M3 Coupe DCT Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 470 iTrader: (3)	In a few days it will have a nice blue/purple look. Mostly at the x-pipe and right after the headers. Maybe you could ask Check Captain if Akra would build you a front section with no cats. __________________ 2012 Blue Pearl GT-R 1068whp & 906wtq on E85 / 60 - 130 MPH in 3.8 secs 2009 BMW M3 ESS Supercharged / Nitrous - 10.87 @ 131 MPH / 60 - 130 MPH in 6.23 secs

05-27-2010, 02:50 PM	#7
Johnny Lin Lieutenant General Drives: AW E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Bellevue, WA Posts: 11,249 iTrader: (42)	wow, conrgats on the new exhuast. Your car has always been one of the best. __________________ IPE / Aeromotion / Recaro / Adv1 / Project Kics / ESS Tuning / KW / AutoTecknic / Downforce / Arkym / AEM / Macht Schnell / HPF / Passport / Toyo / Carrozzeria / BMW Performance

05-27-2010, 03:53 PM	#8
J08M3 Major General Drives: 2011 M3 COUPE Join Date: May 2008 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 6,015 iTrader: (8)	Love the Akrapovic. I was a little worried it would be too quiet when I got mine based on reviews on this board. But it actually is pretty good volume, make some nice noise when you step on it and is still mellow while cruising which is the best part. __________________

05-27-2010, 02:20 PM	#3
JIRO72 Pshh Drives: M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: So Cal Posts: 110 iTrader: (1)	Congrats on your new set up, excellent choice. Im loving every minute of mine, best exhaust hands down. btw your car is a beast

05-27-2010, 04:11 PM	#9
Ca$hOnly Major Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: In ur fridge, eatin ur foodz Posts: 1,063 iTrader: (5)	You finally see the light. __________________

05-27-2010, 06:55 PM	#10
ACG San Diego First Lieutenant Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 341 iTrader: (0)	You will absolutely love how it looks once it gets all blue from the heat. i am posting the pics as well.

05-27-2010, 07:02 PM	#11
gixxer_kidd Major Drives: e92 m3 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: NNJ Posts: 1,362 iTrader: (11) Garage List 2008 m3 [5.00]	Nice setup. It keeps getting better.

05-27-2010, 07:05 PM	#12
dvpouldar26 Major Drives: 2008 e92 328i, Porsche 987.1 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 1,410 iTrader: (4)	Josh, you wouldn't consider Gintani's 3" headers with a catless x-pipe and the akrapovic axle back? In doing that, you can have as little backpressure as possible since ur FI, and try to keep it as mellow as possible bu using the Akra mufflers. Plus, if youre catless, you can run leaded race gas and won't have to worry about clogging up your cats. __________________ E92 328i Jet Black / Gloss Black Grilles / 8000k D1S low beam / 6000k HID fogs / GP Thunder 8500k angels & cornering bulbs / black reflectors / gloss black vinyled window trim / tints / smoked rear turn signals / black roundels / AC Schnitzer roof spoiler / VRS style decklid spoiler / Matte black Stripes / Rear fogs / matte mirrors / 19" LM reps / APR lip

05-27-2010, 08:02 PM	#16
Eugene-TAIWAN Brigadier General Drives: E92 M3 Coupe Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Taiwan Posts: 3,104 iTrader: (4)	I like the ending to that vid! good job driving the car. your car is cute __________________ Past: Gintani stage3 M3 present: Porsche 993, 964,997.1 GT3, Panamera Turbo waiting to be delivered 2015: Porsche 991 GT3RS

05-27-2010, 08:59 PM	#18
Prit@Euro Autowerx Second Lieutenant Drives: E46 M3 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: calgary Posts: 251 iTrader: (0)	The quality of these systems is just breath taking...

05-27-2010, 10:28 PM	#19
dawgdog Colonel Drives: 08 e92 M3 dct Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Seattle, Wa. Posts: 2,075 iTrader: (0)	I just picked up my stock exhaust from the shop where I had my Akra installed. The muffler and connecting pipes are really heavy! No doubt the Akra cuts 50+ pounds from stock. __________________ AW on Fox Red Extended, Alum trim, ZPP, ZTP, DCT, 19" wheels, Heated front seats, HD radio, Sat radio, I-pod & usb, Premium sound, AP racing BBK, 18 Volk Racing TE 37s, Akrapovic Evolution exhaust, AST suspension

05-27-2010, 10:28 PM	#20
KiokenM3 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: LIFTED JEEP JK! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: LA Posts: 1,503 iTrader: (4)	sweet exhaust, but i prefer the roar of your other setup

05-27-2010, 11:12 PM	#21
H Bomb Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 08 M3 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: FL to NY Posts: 1,686 iTrader: (4)	love the akra set up enjoy, although she will be chopped up soon, ouch lol off topic but how much do you make to run the decals and stuff on the car?? you can pm me if you want. just curious bc i had a local company approached me about that and wasn't sure how much to charge etc. thanks H __________________ Street- 08 E92 M3- Sparkling Graphite/ Fox Red/6sp Track- 10 CRF 250-PR2 Race Motor/Ohlins TTX Susp Hauler- 06 Ford Skyjacker F250 4WD

05-28-2010, 12:25 AM	#22
sard Major Drives: 2008 M3 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,304 iTrader: (1)	Akra sound on steroids x10 __________________ E92 M3 - DCT - 20" BBS LM-R - KW Clubsport - Akrapovic Exhaust - Powerchip Tune - Arkym Aero Kit - HID Halo

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